Hey guys, browsing through RPS I happened upon an interesting article about a new game that is being Kickstarted called: The Escapists (As per the title reveals
) Anywho, I looking around on the forums to see if there was any discussion about this game going on, I found none, so here I am!
The basic premise about the game is to escape from the prison that you are incarcerated in, to do that you need tools as well as a plan to escape. You will have to plan involving the prison schedule, figure out when the next patrol comes by, and also by making friends with fellow inmates.
Here are some of the game features (Taken from the Kickstarter page.)
Game FeaturesMore idea's will come along during development, but here are a few to get things started. Some are already in-game at this early stage.
Schedules: To escape you'll have to work around the strict prison schedule as best you can to avoid any unwanted attention from the guards.
Crafting: Weapons and tools can be crafted together using everyday things you find or steal around the prison. Just beware of cell shakedowns.
Reputation: The way you interact with fellow cons and guards affect how they treat you. Those on your side could help you out in a fight, overlook if they catch you doing anything unusual, or give you access to certain favors/jobs, and assistance.
Digging: Get hold of a shovel and you can start working on an escape tunnel. Of course you'll need some lights and timber supports below ground if you plan to survive. Just make sure you make it back for the guard patrols- and that the hole is hidden!
Skills: Train your agility and strength in the gym, or spend your free periods in the library boosting your intellect. All such skills play a part in your escape as well as your survival inside the prison.
Combat: When it comes to crunch time, you might have to engage other inmates or guards in combat. If one of them finds your escape tunnel you will probably have to overpower, bind, and stash them in the hole you've been digging below your cell. If it's a guard, taking his uniform might come in handy.
Gangs & Friends: Be careful who you pick fights with- some of the inmates might start plotting against you with their gang-mates and friends.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9ScliZaQcoSo far I think it sounds pretty interesting, what do you guys think?
Kickstarter link:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chrisd/the-escapist
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